Kyoto City→
Station: KyotoKyoto, Arashiyama, Gion, Fushimi Inari
High
17.3℃
Low
8.4℃
- Precip.
- 73.9mm
- Sunshine
- 141h
- Sunset
- 16:53
Leaves start turning mid-month and peak late in the month. Nighttime illuminations too
Kansai Weather Guide
Kansai Weather in November: What to Wear & Expect
November is autumn leaf season in Kansai. Kyoto's high is 17.3°C and mornings are around 8°C, getting colder by the day. Kyoto's leaves start to turn in mid-November, and by late November Tofukuji, Eikando, Arashiyama and other spots are at their peak. It's one of the busiest times of the year, so booking accommodation and sightseeing early in the morning are key. On the 6th, the Sea of Japan's matsuba crab fishing season opens, kicking off the season of winter delicacies.
- Kyoto high
- 17.3℃
- Kyoto low
- 8.4℃
- Kyoto rainfall
- 73.9mm
- Kyoto sunset
- 16:53
Overview
Kansai in November: Key Points
- ✓Kyoto's high is 17.3°C, with mornings around 8°C. Cold mornings and evenings
- ✓Kyoto's autumn leaves peak from mid-November to early December
- ✓One of the busiest times of the year. Book accommodation early
- ✓Crab fishing opens on the 6th. Crab season in Amanohashidate and along the Sea of Japan coast
By Area
November Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for November 15.
Osaka→
Station: OsakaOsaka, Namba, Umeda, Osaka Castle
High
17.8℃
Low
10.2℃
- Precip.
- 72.5mm
- Sunshine
- 153h
- Sunset
- 16:54
Highs around 18°C. Autumn leaves at Osaka Castle Park and Expo '70 Commemorative Park
Nara→
Station: NaraNara, Nara Park, Todaiji, Mt. Yoshino
High
17.1℃
Low
7.3℃
- Precip.
- 71.2mm
- Sunshine
- 145h
- Sunset
- 16:53
The Shosoin Exhibition runs until early November. Nara Park's leaves peak mid to late month
Kobe & Arima Onsen→
Station: KobeKobe, Arima Onsen, Kitano Ijinkan, Mt. Rokko
High
17.5℃
Low
10.9℃
- Precip.
- 62.4mm
- Sunshine
- 152h
- Sunset
- 16:56
Autumn leaves at Arima Onsen peak from mid-November
Himeji→
Station: HimejiHimeji, Himeji Castle, Mt. Shosha
High
17.3℃
Low
7.3℃
- Precip.
- 61.2mm
- Sunshine
- 155h
- Sunset
- 16:57
Mornings around 7°C. Autumn leaves at Kokoen Garden next to Himeji Castle
Lake Biwa→
Station: HikoneOtsu, Hikone, Omihachiman, Nagahama
High
15.6℃
Low
8.0℃
- Precip.
- 85.8mm
- Sunshine
- 135h
- Sunset
- 16:51
Highs around 16°C. Autumn leaves peak at the Kotosanzan temples
Shirahama & Nanki→
Station: Nanki-ShirahamaShirahama, Kumano Kodo, Nachikatsuura, Kushimoto
High
18.6℃
Low
10.8℃
- Precip.
- 115.3mm
- Sunshine
- —
- Sunset
- 16:57
Highs around 19°C, on the warm side. Perfect hot spring season
Koyasan→
Station: KoyasanKoyasan, Okunoin, Danjo Garan
High
12.2℃
Low
3.0℃
- Precip.
- 108.4mm
- Sunshine
- 116h
- Sunset
- 16:55
Autumn leaves last until early November. Mornings are around 3°C, so dress for winter
Amanohashidate & Ine→
Station: MaizuruMiyazu, Amanohashidate, Ine
High
16.2℃
Low
7.5℃
- Precip.
- 132.5mm
- Sunshine
- 101h
- Sunset
- 16:54
Crab fishing opens on the 6th. Highs around 16°C
Ise & Shima→
Station: ObataIse, Ise Jingu, Toba, Shima
High
17.1℃
Low
7.2℃
- Precip.
- 95.8mm
- Sunshine
- 159h
- Sunset
- 16:50
Highs around 17°C. Ise lobster season
What to Wear
What to Wear in Kansai in November
Base layer
Light thermal underwear is handy late in the month
Tops
Long-sleeved shirt with a sweater or knit
Outerwear
Light coat in early November; thick coat or light down jacket late in the month
Bottoms
Long pants
Shoes
Comfortable walking shoes like sneakers
Accessories
A stole or wrap and gloves for nighttime illuminations
Autumn leaf illuminations are viewed outdoors at night, so wear one more layer than during the day. Dress for winter if you're going to Koyasan.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Visit autumn leaf spots early in the morning
Arashiyama and Tofukuji get extremely crowded at peak season. Visit early in the morning to enjoy them in relative peace.
Book accommodation early
In autumn leaf season, accommodation in Kyoto is hard to find and prices go up. Another option is to stay in Osaka or Shiga and travel into Kyoto.
Peak timing varies by year
Depending on that year's temperatures, the leaves can change color about a week earlier or later. Check autumn leaf reports before your trip.
Days get shorter
In November it gets dark around 5 p.m. Start in the morning to see the places you want to visit in daylight.
Events
November Events & Highlights
Kyoto's Autumn Leaves
Tofukuji, Eikando, Arashiyama, Kiyomizudera and moreUsually mid-November to early DecemberKyoto's most popular season, when colorful maples decorate temple and shrine gardens. Some temples and shrines hold nighttime illuminations.
Crab Fishing Season Opens
Amanohashidate, Kyotango and elsewhere on the Sea of Japan coastNovember 6Fishing for the Sea of Japan's matsuba crab (snow crab) begins, and the season for crab dishes continues until around March.
Treasures handed down in the Shosoin repository of Todaiji are displayed only at this time each year.
Read the guide：Annual Exhibition of Shōsōin Treasures →Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Kyoto in November?＋
On average, the high is 17.3°C and the low is 8.4°C. Mornings and evenings get noticeably colder late in the month.
Q. When do the autumn leaves peak in Kyoto?＋
Usually from mid-November to early December. The very best time is often late November.
Q. What should I wear in Kansai in November?＋
Long sleeves with a sweater or coat are the basics. If you're going to nighttime illuminations or Koyasan, a warm jacket such as a down jacket is handy.
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Kansai TripPR
Other Months
Kansai Weather in Other Months
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.
